I'm a die hard two step mascara gal, primer always! I usually have two separate products, primer and mascara - so I was excited to see this mascara is a dual ended with both products in one. Hooray to one less product in my makeup bag!
The formula of the primer (1) is similar to a thin mousse. I was worried that it wouldn't stick to my lashes since it seemed slightly dry, but it did stick giving them a really light coat. The mascara end (2) is a much wetter formula, darker and contains fibres. It layers on top of the primer really well with one coat. A second coat adds a lot more length and volume, without being clumpy. I was cautious that the fibres could make the lashes look too clumpy, but as I kept adding layers, the lashes got longer, not clumpier. I was extremely impressed! The mascara definitely lives up to its claim of 'providing a lash extension effect' and for this reason moves into second place in the rankings of my All Time Mascara Favs.
Applicator - The primer applicator is a nice hourglass shape that allows for a light application. The mascara side is curved which really helps with applying more product, giving curl and volume, and getting to the inner and outer lashes. Wear time - It lasted throughout the whole day, smudge free! I did notice a slight drop in the curl of the lashes around the 4/5 hour mark, but the length wasn't effected. Then, I put it through the sleep test. Yep, I slept in it! There was no smudging, but there was a bit of flaking. The lashes didn't hold their length (I'm guessing the flaked bits came from the length of the lash) but my lashes were still black and coated when I woke up. Tear test - Thanks to Aunt Flo and the PMS that comes with it, I put this mascara through the tears test. It held out pretty well, but it's definitely not waterproof. The wearability reminds me of a tubing mascara as it tends to come off in flakes rather than black smudges down the face. Don't get me wrong, there was definitely still a bit of smudge when the lashes got wet but it was a lot less compared to traditional mascaras.
I was really impressed by this product and it will take a permanent place in my makeup bag. I would repurchase it based on how it makes my lashes look as well as value for money. I would recommend it to a friend, as well as all mascara fans who have managed to get this far through my review. Go grab yourself a great mascara gals - run, don't walk!
I’m always saying this… buuuuut…. I am a natural redhead and devoid of eyelashes and eyebrows. I don’t like having to faff around getting them dyed or extensions etc etc. This is my solution- finally!! The difference is absolutely definitely noticeable. Product is in an attractive tube. Nice and slim to fit in my makeup holder. Step one is an different style of brush head that I’ve never used before and I did struggle at first to get my flow on. But after a bit of practice I got the hang of it.
Step two wand is very easy to use and really defines and extends lashes.
No odour and does not sting if you accidentally poke your eye… (don’t recommend trying that though)
I am a runner and after a 10km run my mascara is still looking ship shape with not a smudge to be seen. Washes off well with standard face cleanser.
A massive plus is the affordability of this one! Retails around $27. This will be my new go to mascara.
Tips: Use along with eyelashes curlers for a winning combo!